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Neuro-modulation in neurological and psychiatric diseases

Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong

Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, the University of Hong Kong

Main Areas of Interest

The main research areas of our group are:

My research focuses on the basic and translational neuroscience using the advanced neuro-stimulation technology for degenerative brain (aging, Alzheimer’s disease) and psychiatric disorders (anxiety, depression, fear). More specifically, my interests are directed towards understanding the neural basis of mood and anxiety disorders, as well as neurodegenerative diseases. The plan of investigation consists of different inter-related sections using cellular and molecular techniques, neurochemical, behavioral and electrophysiological methods, which together will provide a multidisciplinary approach to understand how neuro-stimulation interfaces with the brain networks, by controlling the neuronal activity and cellular microenvironment.

Techniques You Will Learn

Experimental techniques you will learn during your program here:

Behavioral animal experiments
Neuromodulation (deep brain stimulation)
Neuroanatomy
Immunoblotting
Quantitative PCR;
Flow cytometry
Fluorescence and confocal microscope
Immunohistochemistry

Curriculum

6-12 weeks curriculum

Students will be supported for university registration and visa application in order to stay in the University of Hong Kong. For accommodation, students can apply for hostels located within the university campus (subject to conditions and availability) or they can find accommodation outside the HKU campus during their short stay. The living expenses, accommodation cost, and visa application fee will NOT be covered by the host institution. Laboratory orientation regarding safety rules and regulations will be conducted by our laboratory technical officer. There are neither salary nor university benefits associated with the exchange training. It neither accrues tenure credit nor implies a promise of future employment. However, we are pleased at the prospect of having you join us as a research member of the Neuromodulation Laboratory. We believe you will find The University of Hong Kong a vibrant, supportive and stimulating environment that provides opportunities for scholastic research and professional development.

Main objectives and learning outcomes:

(1) Conceptualize and synthesize new knowledge from conducting original research in neuroscience. (2) Adapt practical skills leading to innovative ideas in neuroscience research. (3) Conduct research independently and practice high ethical standards and professionalism. (4) Competency in presenting research discoveries with leadership qualities. (5) Develop and demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills. (6) Aptitude to integrate scientific information for lifelong learning.

Teaching and learning activities will be the combination of the following:

(1) Students will acquire specific skills and techniques (such as stereotactic surgery, cellular and molecular techniques) during the progression through the research (practical work and supervised research projects). (2) Students will also develop a range of transferable skills such as skills in oral and written communications, information retrieval and the evaluation of research, and generic skills. (3) Students will be trained to design, undertake experiments and other empirical investigations, and therefore acquire a range of laboratory techniques. All these skills and competencies are relevant to the needs of the students’ future workplace. (4) Seminars and Journal Clubs will be conducted regularly to promote cohesive learning, current theories and innovative discoveries in the respective disciplines of Biomedical Sciences in particular of neuroscience perspective. (5) Students will have opportunity for organizational planning and scientific writings related to manuscripts, poster and oral presentations and conference papers. (6) By completing and presenting assignments, seminars/journal clubs and finally their theses or research reports, students will be able to conduct independent enquiry in the subject learnt. In addition, from the knowledge and skills they gain from the respective subjects, students can apply them to their future workplace.

Accommodation

Guest house/accommodation near the lab (10-20 minutes within public transportation)

University campus: http://www.cedars.hku.hk/campuslife/accommodation/nonlocal-students

Outside HKU campus:

• https://www.contentedlivings.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIi4rYvZPF2gIVSyQrCh3bSgjCEAAYBCAAEgI4YfD_BwE • http://www.studenthostel.hk/en/ • https://www.campushk.com/

Fees and Program Logistics

This program has the following durations available:

Duration	Fee
2 weeks	$875.00
6 weeks	$1,500.00
12 weeks	$2,750.00

This program allows Merit Applications. This program allows merit-based applications for virtual and onsite clinical and research programs. If you are successfully awarded under this category, Trialect or the host mentor will cover the tuition fee only. All applications will be evaluated based on merit. Due to the high level of competition, the chances of being selected under the merit category are quite limited.

Who Can Apply

Neuroscientists from around the world can apply

Host Details

Host Name: Prof. Lee Wei

Affiliation: Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong

Address: L4-61, Laboratory Block, 21 Sassoon Road, Hong Kong

Website URL: https://www.sbms.hku.hk/staff/lee-wei-lim

Disclaimer:It is mandatory that all applicants carry workplace liability insurance, e.g., https://www.protrip-world-liability.com (Erasmus students use this package and typically costs around 5 € per month - please check) in addition to health insurance when you join any of the onsite Trialect partnered fellowships.

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